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AJII · 01-26-2003, 10:15 PM

Hi all,

Let me introduce my self My name is AJ McKinney, I am 15 years old. RIght now my project is a 86 Silverado. I have had a 1983 Silverado, 87 Mazda 626, and a 87 Mazda Rx7. Now I have my 86.

It has a rebuilt 305 (bored .030 over anda mild cam), rebuilt carb, and dual exhaust. Tranny has about 1000 miles on it with mild shift kit.

It was wrecked on the front (which allowed me to get it for a killer price

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Let me know what you think. If anyone has a front cap, let me know. hehe

AJII · 01-26-2003, 10:15 PM

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apstguy · 01-26-2003, 10:23 PM

That looks like it will be a joy to fix! Looks like my truck when it was in a wreck but mine wasn't as bad... I personally think that would be fun to fix. Welcome to the group.

low 84 · 01-26-2003, 10:24 PM

welcome to the board. it looks like you have quite a project ahead of you. what are your plans for it?

AJII · 01-26-2003, 10:31 PM

My dad and I already took the front cap off so we could see if the frame was bent. It is tweaked a bit. Gonna get it to a frame shop to get it fixed. Then I just need a front cap.

Im just gonna put it back basically stock. Get it painted and maybe a small drop. 2.5 front, 4 back. And a pretty nice stereo. And whenever the 305 dies, a nice built 400 smallblock

Gonna make quick work of the rear tire too. Came with a brand new 255/60/15. Also came with 2 more Cragar SS rims.

bigblock73 · 01-26-2003, 11:40 PM

your cab spoiler looks like it came off the late 70's Amarillo trucks...do you know anything about yours and the mnfr?

Also, it is a front "clip"...never heard of it called a cap...but you'll learn.

It looks like a fun project...good luck and welcome!

-Jeff

navybear70 · 01-27-2003, 12:32 AM

Guntown must be in northern MS. Down by Pascagoula, they bend the hood back, get some wire, bungee cords, and a roll of camo. duck tape at Wal-mart and PRESTO!! problem solved.

Just out of curiosity, this is your fourth vehicle and you're 15? What gives? I'll bet they's some good stories here...

ElGracho · 01-27-2003, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigblock73
your cab spoiler looks like it came off the late 70's Amarillo trucks...do you know anything about yours and the mnfr?

About the spoiler, that's exactly what I thought! Check out this link to the magazine scan on Mike's site to compare them.

bill_ont_canada · 01-27-2003, 02:19 AM

Welcome to the Board...

Quote:

Originally posted by AJII
Im just gonna put it back basically stock. Get it painted and maybe a small drop. 2.5 front, 4 back. And a pretty nice stereo. And whenever the 305 dies, a nice built 400 smallblock

It seems to me I said "I'm just gona sand it down and give it a quick coat of paint,"

But... One thing led to another and right now I'm lookin at a bare frame ready to blast and paint , Etc, etc, etc, etc, etc, lol

I wonder how many others of us started by making similar statements.

So have fun rebuilding your new truck and... if you have any questions, they can all be answered here, this is where all the Truck knowlege is at on the Net.

Prerunner1982 · 01-27-2003, 02:23 AM

welcome to the board... hows this for a front clip??

Capt Kaos Customs

79BIG10 · 01-27-2003, 02:32 AM

Welcome to the board

Looks like you do have a big job on your hands there. Hopefully you can get it going soon.

gchemist · 01-27-2003, 02:34 AM

Wow!! That's looks bad. Hey put a '91 grill on the truck No better time than now!! Welcome to the board. Keep us posted on your progress.

AJII · 01-27-2003, 08:35 AM

Thanks for the replies guys.

Its called front cap around here, whaddya expect from Mississippi? lol

I have not idea what the name of the spiler is, I just know they were popular around here about 10yrs ago. Should I keep it or take it off?

It wont be a total resto, gotta be ready by April 1, I get my license then. lol

WIsh I could get that cap, but seems your too far away, hehe.

I dont really like the look of the Burb' grill, would rather have the stacked headlights.

*racedvl* · 01-27-2003, 11:40 AM

Cool truck. I have a core support off a 81, that is a 4 headlight system that I would like to part with. If you are interested, let me know.

Low87 · 01-27-2003, 11:54 AM

Yeah, I can remember when I said "I'm just going to lower my truck and inch or two...."
Looks like a fun project. You'll find tons of experienced advice on this board. Welcome!

low 84 · 01-27-2003, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Prerunner1982
welcome to the board... hows this for a front clip??

Capt Kaos Customs

lmao. chris needs to weld that clip on the back of that frame and drive it around. imagine the looks going down the higway.

bigblock73 · 01-27-2003, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by low 84

lmao. chris needs to weld that clip on the back of that frame and drive it around. imagine the looks going down the higway.

Ryan, i believe the front clip is sitting on top of the rear frame section of the truck behind it...if that makes sense.

-Jeff

Prerunner1982 · 01-27-2003, 03:01 PM

ryan, that would be pretty funny...ive seen 2 73-87 cabs welded back to back.. quite interesting..would probably confuse myself and wouldnt know which door to get in to drive..

jeff, i think ryan knows that. he was just saying that chris needed to weld it on there.. for shock value..not that it is welded on there...

**swervin ervin** · 01-27-2003, 04:26 PM

Welcome to the board. I think you will have fun rebuilding your truck. You will find all the help here you ever needed for answers to questions.

And yes, I remember me saying, this truck is nothing but a daily driver. I'm going to put a stock engine in it and drive it until the wheels fall off. I'm not putting a lot of money in this truck, etc. Yeah right.

Tom · 01-27-2003, 05:54 PM

HA! I remember when I bought my 79. Already went threw the "im only going to do this" thing with my 78. I said "this 79 iis going to be a low buck daily driver"
YEAH RIGHT! Now look at me: full 5/7 drop with nice tires, brand new vortec 350, brand new BUILT 2004R overdrive tranny, big arse sterio system, new front end and bed on the way, new MSD ignition, sway bars, gauges, and all other sorts of crap I really didnt "need"

But thats what makes this so fun

O yeah, and welcome to the board. .When you replace your front end, you should convert it to a 73-80 front

PHOENIX · 01-27-2003, 06:30 PM

I agree with Tom, you should keep it a 81-87 front end

Myride · 01-27-2003, 07:25 PM

welcome

AJII · 01-27-2003, 07:31 PM

Thanks for all the replies guys.

It WILL be stock no matter what you say..................... until I get a real job. then its on haha

c10scotty · 01-27-2003, 07:39 PM

hey welcome to the board. looks like you've got a good project on your hands...and ive got another vote for a 73-80 front clip(or cap) they are just so much cooler

and i guess only time will tell how big your restoration goes....

**swervin ervin** · 01-27-2003, 07:50 PM

I agree with everyone else, keep it a 81-87 front end. They are the coolest ones after all.

01-26-2003, 10:15 PM	#1
AJII Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Guntown,MS Posts: 172	My Truck and my first post Hi all, Let me introduce my self My name is AJ McKinney, I am 15 years old. RIght now my project is a 86 Silverado. I have had a 1983 Silverado, 87 Mazda 626, and a 87 Mazda Rx7. Now I have my 86. It has a rebuilt 305 (bored .030 over anda mild cam), rebuilt carb, and dual exhaust. Tranny has about 1000 miles on it with mild shift kit. It was wrecked on the front (which allowed me to get it for a killer price ) Let me know what you think. If anyone has a front cap, let me know. hehe Attached Images

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01-26-2003, 10:23 PM	#3
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	That looks like it will be a joy to fix! Looks like my truck when it was in a wreck but mine wasn't as bad... I personally think that would be fun to fix. Welcome to the group. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

01-26-2003, 10:24 PM	#4
low 84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,144	welcome to the board. it looks like you have quite a project ahead of you. what are your plans for it? __________________ '51 F100, backhalf with a narrowed 9 and coil overs, 18.5" mickeys, monte front clip, +400" sbc in the works '05 1500 Crew Cab RIP '84 swb 5/7 drop, solid cammed 408 w/ fully ported dart heads, th350 w/ 10 inch hughes, 12 bolt w/ 3.73 richmonds and a locker '80 swb 4x4 in progress: 7" lift, 350 th350/np205, d44 and 1.5" ORD tie rod, 14BFF w/discs , armored diff covers, 40" MTR's

01-26-2003, 10:31 PM	#5
AJII Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Guntown,MS Posts: 172	My dad and I already took the front cap off so we could see if the frame was bent. It is tweaked a bit. Gonna get it to a frame shop to get it fixed. Then I just need a front cap. Im just gonna put it back basically stock. Get it painted and maybe a small drop. 2.5 front, 4 back. And a pretty nice stereo. And whenever the 305 dies, a nice built 400 smallblock Gonna make quick work of the rear tire too. Came with a brand new 255/60/15. Also came with 2 more Cragar SS rims. __________________ 1985 K10 Under Severe Reconstructive Surgery 5.3/New Paint/New Interior/Yadda Yadda Yadda

01-26-2003, 11:40 PM	#6
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	your cab spoiler looks like it came off the late 70's Amarillo trucks...do you know anything about yours and the mnfr? Also, it is a front "clip"...never heard of it called a cap...but you'll learn. It looks like a fun project...good luck and welcome! -Jeff

01-27-2003, 12:32 AM	#7
navybear70 hometown heroes! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ewa Beach, HI Posts: 487	Guntown must be in northern MS. Down by Pascagoula, they bend the hood back, get some wire, bungee cords, and a roll of camo. duck tape at Wal-mart and PRESTO!! problem solved. Just out of curiosity, this is your fourth vehicle and you're 15? What gives? I'll bet they's some good stories here... __________________ 2009 Silverado 2wd, 121k as of 04APR13. I love my truck 29 days out of the month. The payment is due on the 30th... Do your duty in all things. You cannot do more, you should never wish to do less. -Robert E. Lee "Never give up ground you've already taken." -Unknown

01-27-2003, 02:23 AM	#10
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	welcome to the board... hows this for a front clip?? Capt Kaos Customs __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

01-27-2003, 02:32 AM	#11
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	Welcome to the board Looks like you do have a big job on your hands there. Hopefully you can get it going soon. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

01-27-2003, 02:34 AM	#12
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Wow!! That's looks bad. Hey put a '91 grill on the truck No better time than now!! Welcome to the board. Keep us posted on your progress. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

01-27-2003, 08:35 AM	#13
AJII Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Guntown,MS Posts: 172	Thanks for the replies guys. Its called front cap around here, whaddya expect from Mississippi? lol I have not idea what the name of the spiler is, I just know they were popular around here about 10yrs ago. Should I keep it or take it off? It wont be a total resto, gotta be ready by April 1, I get my license then. lol WIsh I could get that cap, but seems your too far away, hehe. I dont really like the look of the Burb' grill, would rather have the stacked headlights.

01-27-2003, 11:40 AM	#14
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Cool truck. I have a core support off a 81, that is a 4 headlight system that I would like to part with. If you are interested, let me know.

01-27-2003, 11:54 AM	#15
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	Yeah, I can remember when I said "I'm just going to lower my truck and inch or two...." Looks like a fun project. You'll find tons of experienced advice on this board. Welcome! __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

01-27-2003, 03:01 PM	#18
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	ryan, that would be pretty funny...ive seen 2 73-87 cabs welded back to back.. quite interesting..would probably confuse myself and wouldnt know which door to get in to drive.. jeff, i think ryan knows that. he was just saying that chris needed to weld it on there.. for shock value..not that it is welded on there...

01-27-2003, 04:26 PM	#19
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Welcome to the board. I think you will have fun rebuilding your truck. You will find all the help here you ever needed for answers to questions. And yes, I remember me saying, this truck is nothing but a daily driver. I'm going to put a stock engine in it and drive it until the wheels fall off. I'm not putting a lot of money in this truck, etc. Yeah right. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10



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01-27-2003, 05:54 PM	#20
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,748	HA! I remember when I bought my 79. Already went threw the "im only going to do this" thing with my 78. I said "this 79 iis going to be a low buck daily driver" YEAH RIGHT! Now look at me: full 5/7 drop with nice tires, brand new vortec 350, brand new BUILT 2004R overdrive tranny, big arse sterio system, new front end and bed on the way, new MSD ignition, sway bars, gauges, and all other sorts of crap I really didnt "need" But thats what makes this so fun O yeah, and welcome to the board. .When you replace your front end, you should convert it to a 73-80 front __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

01-27-2003, 06:30 PM	#21
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	I agree with Tom, you should keep it a 81-87 front end __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

01-27-2003, 07:25 PM	#22
Myride Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 292	welcome

01-27-2003, 07:31 PM	#23
AJII Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Guntown,MS Posts: 172	Thanks for all the replies guys. It WILL be stock no matter what you say..................... until I get a real job. then its on haha

01-27-2003, 07:39 PM	#24
c10scotty ~THE SILVER BULLET~ Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: WYOMING Posts: 285	hey welcome to the board. looks like you've got a good project on your hands...and ive got another vote for a 73-80 front clip(or cap) they are just so much cooler and i guess only time will tell how big your restoration goes.... __________________ ~1980 c10 chevy scottsdale~ ~2.5/4 drop 305/th350c~

01-27-2003, 07:50 PM	#25
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	I agree with everyone else, keep it a 81-87 front end. They are the coolest ones after all. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

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